Kindling
A) has been demonstrated in only rats and mice.
B) occurs only if the interstimulation intervals are less than 1 hour.
C) occurs only if the stimulation electrode is positioned in the amygdala or some other temporal-lobe nucleus.
D) induces neuroplastic changes that last between 1 and 2 months.
E) none of the above

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Kindling is a phenomenon observed in the nervous system that involves the development of increased sensitivity to stimuli over time. It has been demonstrated in various animal models, not just rats and mice. The interstimulation intervals for kindling can vary widely, and it does not only occur with stimulation of the amygdala or temporal-lobe nuclei; other brain regions can also be involved. The neuroplastic changes induced by kindling can last for much longer than 1 to 2 months, potentially becoming permanent.